Events

Half Moon Bay Pumpkin Weigh-Off Monday, October 14, 7am Join us to cheer for the pumpkin weigh-off. From the archives with tremendous appreciation of the visionaries that got this amazing thing going as we gear up to unveil Half Moon Bay’s Weigh-Off Wall of Fame on the south wall of the Cunha Market adjacent the […]

RC Fam Center Toddler Bilingual Sensory Play Tuesdays/Martes, 10am-11am FREE with membership, $15 non-members GRATIS con membresía, $15 sin membresía More info/Para más información: 831-288-3105 — with Yesi Rocha and 10 others at RC Fam. RC Fam Center We commit to providing families with support systems that lead to finding connections, empowerment, and wellbeing for […]

New Parents' Support Group at Felton Library Tuesdays 12:30 - 2pm April 2 - July 16 Join our new parents support group for this weekly peer support group for new parents facilitated by two local postpartum doulas. This program offers a welcoming space for new parents to learn from each other, make new friends, get […]

Make and Explore at the Libraries Scroll down for your library's dates & times. Every week we will have a new project idea for you to make or explore at your libraries. Projects will include Science,  and Arts & Crafts. Scotts Valley, Tuesday, 3-4:30pm April 23-July 30. Every week we will have a new project idea […]

A great selection of local artisan foodstuffs, delicious baked goods, and currently many unique, high quality options for grab-and-go lunch and dinner.

Dads Support Group Wednesdays 7 - 8pm Join us in this group of fathers where you will find a community to share the challenges and joys of being a father. The topics covered will be guided according to the needs and interests of the parents. The group will be relaxed, confidential, and facilitated by a […]

Artist Joel Michael Smith Exhibit Exhibit Daily through August 29 Closing Reception, August 24, 3:30-5pm To honor and recognize local talent, the Friends of the Aptos Library are hosting a closing art reception event in the Betty Leonard Community Room. Joel Michael Smith Art is currently on display at the Aptos Branch Library and the […]

Baby Time and Stay and Play Capitola Friday, September 6,  11am-12pm Baby Story Time features songs, rhymes, stories, and lap play designed to help babies develop early literacy skills. This program is designed for children ages birth to two and their caregivers, but all ages are welcome! After Baby Time, stay for Stay & Play […]

Scrabble La Selva Beach August 2 - November 15, Fridays, 1 - 2pm Did you know that  PACZKI is a round filled doughnut (23 points)?  Come test your vocabulary in a game of Scrabble at La Selva Beach Library. La Selva Beach Library, 316 Estrella Ave., LSB Are you a bridge player too?  The LSB […]

Saturday Ceramics at The Art Factory Saturdays, 10-11:30am, October 5 - November 2 It’s that time of year again! Join us for “Saturday Ceramics” at The Art Factory and dive into the fun of making ceramic gourds and pumpkins. Saturday Ceramics Drop-in sessions are back with a new and improved format! 1.5 hour classes that […]

Ninety vendors, of which most are certified organic or use sustainable farming methods, offer pastured grass fed meats and poultry, sustainable fish, oysters, handcrafted cheeses....

Chili Cookoff Saturday.October 26 9 – 10am Chef’s Prep (no heat) 10am – 1pm Chilti cooking Time 10am     Tasting Kits go on sale 1pm       Public Tasting begins 4pm       Winners announced at the Pirate Ship Stage Try Some Chili at the Chili Cookoff! Boardwalk admission is free! Just purchase a Tasting Kit to sample chili […]

The market showcases a great selection of 100% certified organic produce, artisan foods, wine, body products, tinctures, sustainable seafood, pasture raised meats, flowers and eggs along with cook-to-order cuisine, live local music and full espresso bar

Rancho Siempre Verde Fall Festival and Pumpkin Patch Saturdays & Sundays 9am-4:30pm, September 28 - November 16 Join Rancho Siempre Verde's family farm for our annual Fall Festival and Pumpkin Patch! We’re located on Highway 1 between Half Moon Bay and Santa Cruz, in Pescadero. Bring your family and friends and come for the most […]

Daughters and Sons of the Beach Ukele Jam Saturdays, 10am - 12pm Strum Along every Saturday 10am -12pm, on the beach behind the Crow's Nest Upcoming Uke Song List Strum Along every Wed 3:30 pm, on the beach behind the Crow's Nest Oldies but Goodies Movie Clips Search SOB old handouts   Sons of the Beach […]

Saturdays in the Soil Third Saturdays, 10am - noon We are coming together as a community to steward Tyrrell Park through the City’s Adopt-A-Park program. At the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, you gain new wisdom about local ecology, native plants, and sustainable gardening while connecting with nature outdoors. It’s time to get your […]

Classes & Demos at Mountain Feed & Farm Supply Hot Pepper Jelly Class! Saturday, October 19, 10am - 12pm $35.00 - Click Here to Register Sweet and spicy and perfect for winter gifting, Hot Pepper Jelly is truly a delightful concoction. In this multi-faceted class, Jess will demonstrate how to make a delicious hot pepper […]

Wheelie Good Time at Felt Street Park Saturday, October 19, 11am-3pm Join us for a wheelie good time at Felt St Park Saturday, October 19, 11am-3pm. We are fundraising for colorful murals, improved shade, and needed repairs. Skate Jam, Car Show, Bike Ride, and Dance! Oct 19, 11-3 at Felt St Park. Bring your family […]

13 Days of Halloween on the Wharf! October 19 - 31, 11am Join us for 13 days of Spooktacular fun on the Santa Cruz Wharf October 19 - 31! It all kicks off on Thursday, October 19th! The Great Pumpkin BINGO Hunt Bring your bingo card to the Wharf any day during the 13 Days […]

Floating Pumpkin Patch Saturday, October 19, 12 - 4pm Join us in the Simpkins Family Swim Center pool for our 7th Annual Floating Pumpkin Patch, Saturday, October 19, 12 – 4pm. ¡Oh calabaza!  Reserve la fecha para nuestro séptimo huerto anual de calabazas flotantes Sábado 19 de octubre 12pm – 4pm horas Simpkins Family Swim […]

Halloween Mask Making Festival Saturday, October 19, 12 - 4pm Join us for this FREE annual event at the London Nelson Community Center. This event has been a Halloween tradition for families for over 25 years! Bring the family for a creative day of: mask making Halloween carnival games frightening photo booth Thriller performances in […]

Stone Circle Plays Celtic at the Winery Sunday. October 20, 3pm Stone Circle will be playing Celtic at the Winery this Sunday! Don't miss a lovely afternoon of great music, while supporting our music programs for kids and teens. Get your tickets while they last! Stone Circle with the wonderful fiddler Rebecca Richman (not pictured), […]

Rancho Siempre Verde Fall Festival and Pumpkin Patch Saturdays & Sundays 9am-4:30pm, September 28 - November 16 Join Rancho Siempre Verde's family farm for our annual Fall Festival and Pumpkin Patch! We’re located on Highway 1 between Half Moon Bay and Santa Cruz, in Pescadero. Bring your family and friends and come for the most […]

Organic produce from local farms, tree ripened fruits, dried fruit and nuts, fresh bread, pastries, seafood, pasture-raised organic meats and more

13 Days of Halloween on the Wharf! October 19 - 31, 11am Join us for 13 days of Spooktacular fun on the Santa Cruz Wharf October 19 - 31! It all kicks off on Thursday, October 19th! The Great Pumpkin BINGO Hunt Bring your bingo card to the Wharf any day during the 13 Days […]

The Farm & Garden Market is a small, friendly, open air market made up of local farmers and gardeners who grow within about a five mile radius of Corralitos. Seasonally we have the tastiest strawberries, blueberries, cherries, lemons, tomatoes, herbs, squash, potatoes, carrots, peas, beets, and avocados, as well as a variety of other fruits, […]

In Person Art Time for People with Disabilities Sundays 2 - 4pm Join our  in person art class for people with disabilities at Claraty Arts Center in Santa Cruz. Adaptive art projects and space to work outside or inside and to share time with your family and work on a creative art project. It's for […]